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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes subjects relevant to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all aver the world to participate in online classes. These MOOCs are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are several issues that elearning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these massive open online courses is satisfactory? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by institutions like Rice University to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and lots of other stakeholders want to understand these fascinating new open education undertakings. Instructors want to grasp how massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this need for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education topics. This interesting new book also reviews the major controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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